throughput

noun

through·​put ˈthrü-ˌpu̇t How to pronounce throughput (audio)
Synonyms of throughput
: the amount of something (such as material, data, etc.) that passes through something (such as a machine or system)
the throughput of a computer
compare input, output

Examples of throughput in a Sentence

The network can handle large throughputs. finding ways to increase throughput
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Their adoption illustrates why hydrogen has gained traction in high-throughput facilities. — Josh McMorrow, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 If refineries are forced to curtail throughput or shut down entirely due to high winds and power outages, production of refined products such as diesel and gasoline will be directly impaired. — CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026 According to the firm’s website, the 200 kWh commercial unit has an active liquid-cooling system for handle higher energy throughput, while the residential unit relies on passive thermal design. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026 Functional performance has always been counted in throughput, cost per transaction and cycle time, and those measures become close to meaningless once the routine work runs itself. — Charisma Glassman, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for throughput

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of throughput was in 1884

Rhymes for throughput

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“Throughput.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throughput. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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